By Carrie Dunlea Backyards have evolved far beyond basic patios and grills. Today’s outdoor spaces are increasingly designed as extensions of the home — places where families can stream movies, host game-day gatherings or simply unwind outdoors without sacrificing...
Texas shoppers can save a little money the weekend of Aug. 9-11 when sales taxes are eliminated on most clothing and school supplies priced less than $100. Savings amount to about eight percent of the purchase price, sometimes a little more, during the annual Texas...
Texans will vote on 10 Constitutional Amendments on Nov. 5 that came out of the 86th Texas Legislature this year. Last week, Deputy Secretary of State Joe Esparza drew the ballot order for the amendments. “The future of Texas is and will always be in the hands of...
The beginning of August means we’re almost through the worst of the heat and this week is expected to hold Collin County’s first 100 degree day of the season. Nicknamed “the dog days of summer,” July and August typically mark hottest days of the year. With...
Visitors will get a few extra weeks to check out what CNN has named one of the world’s must-see exhibitions. Due to popular demand, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science is extending The Art of the Brick traveling exhibition – which features recreated and original...
With such a wet spring, that can only mean one thing: mosquito season is in full swing presented the opportunity for outdoor fun to be ruined. In fact, according to Pests.org, most parts of the country will see above-normal activity of these unwelcome summer guests....
Medicare for All has emerged as a defining issue in the race for the White House. Several contenders for the Democratic nomination for president support expanding Medicare to cover all Americans. But the idea may not play well with the public. Medicare for All would...
Whether it’s dance lessons, computer projects, art class or yoga, kids these days are busy bees. And while such activities are enriching and fun, experts say that many kids aren’t spending enough time doing something much simpler and every bit as important as...
Princeton is growing by leaps and bounds and this year’s certified taxable values are a reflection of this point. Collin Central Appraisal District released its certified property values Tuesday, July 16, as cities prepare new operating budgets. Tax rates based on the...
